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SoftwareBundler:Win32/Lolliport
Aliases: No associated aliases
Summary
Microsoft security software detects and removes this unwanted software.
This software bundler installs other unwanted software, including Adware:Win32/Lollipop, at the same time as other programs. You might not be aware the unwanted software is being installed.
It usually gets on your PC as an installer for a free game or application.
Find out more about how and why we identify unwanted software.
This program poses a high threat to your PC.
- For Windows 8, open the Start screen, type Uninstall and then go to Settings. In the search results, go to Uninstall a program.
- For Windows 7 and Vista, open the Start menu and navigate to Control Panel then Programs and then Uninstall a Program.
- For XP, open the Start menu and navigate to Control Panel then Add or Remove Programs.
- Choose the program you want to remove, and then click or tap Uninstall or Uninstall/Change and follow the prompts.
The entry for this program may be called "Lolliport".
If an uninstaller is not available, does not work properly, or you do not want to use it, you can use the following free tools to detect and remove this program and other unwanted software from your PC:
- Microsoft Security Essentials or, for Windows 8, Windows Defender
- Microsoft Safety Scanner
Restore your PC
You may also need to restore your PC to an earlier state. You can find out how to do this using the following links:
- For Windows 8
- For Windows 7
- For Windows Vista
- For Windows XP
Get more help
You can also visit our advanced troubleshooting page or search the Microsoft virus and malware community for more help.
If you’re using Windows XP, see our Windows XP end of support page.
